Rapala DT Series 3/5 Parrot

The Rapala DT Series 3/5 Parrot is a deep-diving crankbait built to get down fast and stay in the strike zone longer than standard cranks. Built from premium balsa wood and engineered with internal weights and a tapered body, this lure delivers the signature side-to-side swimming action that makes balsa cranks so effective—all while pulling with surprisingly light effort. The ultra-thin polycarbonate lip digs hard on the cast, getting the bait to depth quickly so you spend less time winding and more time fishing productive water.

Whether you're working deeper structure, moving fast across a flat, or casting long to cover more ground, the DT 3/5 is designed to work. The bait rests nose-down and dives immediately on the retrieve, so there's no wasted motion getting to the target depth. Hand-tuned and tank-tested at the factory, each lure is rigged with premium VMC black nickel hooks and finished with either 3D holographic or painted eyes in proven color patterns—including this Parrot finish.

If you're chasing walleye, pike, musky, or bass in lakes and rivers, the DT Series has earned its reputation for a reason. It's a workhorse crankbait that rewards a confident cast and steady retrieve with bites from aggressive fish holding deeper than where most anglers are throwing.

Key Features

• Premium balsa construction with internal weights for authentic diving action and long-range castability
• Ultra-thin polycarbonate lip for quick descent to strike zone
• Hand-tuned and tank-tested for perfect swimming action out of the box
• Internal baritone rattle tuned for optimal sound performance
• Tapered fuselage and thin tail design for balanced, natural movement
• Premium VMC black nickel hooks
• 3D holographic or painted eye finish (Parrot pattern)
• Nose-down resting position for immediate dive on cast

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

How deep does the Rapala DT 3/5 dive?

The DT Series designation refers to "Dives-To," and each size in the lineup dives to a preset depth. The DT 3/5 is engineered to reach a specific target depth and stay there during the retrieve. The exact depth depends on line diameter, casting distance, and retrieve speed, but the quick-dive nose-down design ensures you reach productive depths efficiently.

What fish species is this crankbait good for?

The DT Series is a versatile deep diver used by anglers targeting walleye, pike, musky, bass, and other predatory fish. The balsa construction, diving speed, and sound profile make it effective in both lakes and rivers where fish hold in deeper structure.

Does it come ready to fish out of the box?

Yes. Each DT Series crankbait is hand-tuned and tank-tested at the factory to swim perfectly right out of the box. The lure arrives rigged with premium VMC black nickel hooks and ready to cast.

How far can you cast this lure?

The Rapala DT design allows for casts of approximately 150 feet. The farther you cast, the longer the bait stays at depth in the strike zone, making long casting distance a key advantage for covering more water.